Brazilian recipe
Chicken, Calabresa and Bacon Savoury Pie (Torta napolitana de frango com calabresa e bacon)
Learn how to make a practical blender-style savoury pie, perfect for an indulgent afternoon tea with the whole family.
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Ingredients
Fresh parsley to taste
500g cooked and shredded chicken breast
200g bacon, finely chopped
240ml milk
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 linguiça calabresa, diced
260g all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1 tbsp baking powder
1 carrot, grated
2 tbsp garden peas
3 tbsp grated cheese
4 tbsp canned sweetcorn
120ml vegetable oil
1 chicken stock cube
500g cooked and shredded chicken breast
200g bacon, finely chopped
240ml milk
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 linguiça calabresa, diced
260g all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1 tbsp baking powder
1 carrot, grated
2 tbsp garden peas
3 tbsp grated cheese
4 tbsp canned sweetcorn
120ml vegetable oil
1 chicken stock cube
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at local supermarkets in the fresh produce, deli, and bakery aisles. For the 'linguiça calabresa', look for it in the deli or world-foods section of major grocers or specialist Latin American stores, as it is a specific type of Brazilian smoked sausage without a direct British equivalent.
Preparation method
- Place the eggs, oil, grated cheese, milk, and chicken stock cube in a blender and process until smooth.
- Add the flour and baking powder to the blender mixture and pulse just enough to incorporate.
- Sauté the bacon and calabresa, then mix in the shredded chicken, sweetcorn, peas, carrot, onion, and fresh parsley.
- Grease a baking tin with oil and flour, pour in half the batter, spread the filling evenly on top, and cover with the remaining batter.
- Finish the assembly by decorating with tomato slices, a pinch of oregano, and grated Parmesan cheese to taste.
- Preheat the oven to a high temperature and bake the pie for approximately 35 to 40 minutes.
- Test the centre of the pie with a cocktail stick or fork after 35 minutes.
- If the stick comes out clean, the pie is ready to be removed from the oven.
- Allow the pie to cool slightly for a few minutes before slicing to ensure it is well-structured for serving.
Observations
This recipe is a Brazilian classic that deserves a place in your kitchen repertoire. The blender batter is incredibly quick to prepare and ensures a light, fluffy texture that holds the filling perfectly. The secret to an irresistible flavour is to sauté the calabresa and bacon thoroughly and be generous with the grated cheese on top. Serve it warm or at room temperature; it is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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